FIFA World Cup: US host cities say FIFA owes them $1 million each from promised legacy contribution

U.S. host cities are demanding reimbursement from FIFA, claiming the international soccer governing body hasn’t distributed funding earmarked for operational projects for this year’s World Cup.

Judge says athletes who signed pro contracts can't return to college

A new judicial ruling clarifies a legal decision that won’t extend to football players who signed professional contracts and later tried to back out of their deals.

Former college football standout Levi Wyatt dead at 23

Levi Wyatt, a former college football standout who played for the Jackson State Tigers and McNeese State Cowboys, has died. He was 23.

Jakob Butturff, eight-time PBA Tour champion, dies unexpectedly at 32

Jakob Butturff, an eight-time Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) Tour champion, died unexpectedly on July 31 at the age of 32, according to the PBA.

Taysom Hill announces departure from Saints after stellar nine-year run

Taysom Hill made a name for himself with the New Orleans Saints as a “Swiss Army Knife" for the franchise serving as a valued asset on offense as a runner, passer, and receiver.

New video shows Cowboys' Tony Romo DUI arrest
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We are learning new details after Tony Romo’s arrest on charges of alleged operating while intoxicated. The ex-Dallas Cowboys quarterback was allegedly uncooperative with law enforcement during the incident. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking to former prosecutor Randy Zelin to learn more about the legal challenges Romo might be facing. LiveNOW is also speaking with TMZ’s Michael Babcock to break down the newly released video. 

Jordan Devey, Super Bowl-winning ex-Patriots lineman, dies

Jordan Devey, a former NFL offensive lineman who won Super Bowl XLIX with the New England Patriots, has died, his family confirmed this week.

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan suffers significant injuries in offseason car wreck

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan will have limited participation at the start of training camp after suffering a concussion, a broken nose, broken ribs, and hand injuries in a recent car crash.

Trump welcomes Los Angeles Dodgers to White House
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President Donald Trump welcomed Shohei Ohtani and the reigning World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers to the White House on Thursday with a Rose Garden event.

Teen gets hefty payout for rare find from NBA legend

A teen found a rare Los Angeles Lakers warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain and received a massive payout.

2030 FIFA World Cup will span across 3 continents and 6 countries, may expand to 64 teams

After 39 days, 72 group stage matches, the Round of 32, the Round of 16, the Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and third-place Bronze match, the 2026 FIFA World Cup concluded Sunday with Spain defeating Argentina 1 -0.  Now the world will have to wait four more years for the next World Cup in 2030 which will span across three continents and six countries

President Trump presents World Cup to Spain

As the president of one of the tournament’s host nations, Trump was there Sunday to help deliver soccer’s greatest prize to Spain.

Spain beats Argentina to win second World Cup title
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We were watching this Sunday as Spain went on to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking the second title in the nation's history. Ferran Torres' first goal of this year's World Cup ended up being the game winner for Spain who were previously victorious at the end of the 2010 edition of the World Cup that took place in South Africa. This time Spain were victorious in the United States, just before they are set to host games for the next edition of the tournament in 2030. 

Mbappé tops Messi for Golden Boot, all-time record

The race for the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot as the tournament’s top goal scorer came down to the final weekend. 

Shakira, Justin Bieber, Muppets take stage for World Cup halftime

A star-studded World Cup halftime show began with one of pop music’s biggest stars joined by two of the biggest stars in Brazilian soccer history. Madonna kicked off the celebration by performing her 2000 dance-pop hit "Music," flanked by Ronaldo and Ronaldinho.